Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
ptarima
ID:
730435

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 324 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729768



Common Names

  • Ilex ptarima
  • Ptarima Holly
  • Japanese Holly


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Description

Ilex ptarima (also called Ptarima Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows to 10-15 feet in height and has dark green, leathery leaves with spiny margins. It prefers moist, acidic soils in partial shade and is often found in woodlands and along the edges of swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex ptarima is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in floral arrangements. It can also be used as a hedge or screen plant, and its berries can be used to make jams, jellies, and wines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ilex ptarima are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex ptarima is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ilex ptarima

Ilex ptarima can be found in the Caribbean region, including the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.

Ilex ptarima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex ptarima?

Ilex ptarima

What is the common name of Ilex ptarima?

Ptarima holly

What is the habitat of Ilex ptarima?

Moist, acidic soils in the southeastern United States

Species in the Ilex genus

Species in the Aquifoliaceae family

Ilex mucugensis, Ilex stenura, Ilex toroidea, Ilex guaramacalensis, Ilex abscondita, Ilex acutidenticulata, Ilex affinis, Ilex altiplana, Ilex amara, Ilex amazonensis, Ilex annamensis, Ilex anomala, Ilex antonii, Ilex apicidens, Ilex apiensis, Ilex aquifolium, Ilex aracamuniana, Ilex archeri, Ilex ardisiaefrons, Ilex arimensis, Ilex arnhemensis, Ilex atabapoensis, Ilex attenuata, Ilex auricula, Ilex azuensis, Ilex baasiana, Ilex barahonica, Ilex belizensis, Ilex berteroi, Ilex blancheana, Ilex blanchetii, Ilex brandegeeana, Ilex brasiliensis, Ilex brevipedicellata, Ilex bullata, Ilex canariensis, Ilex casiquiarensis, Ilex cassine, Ilex celebensis, Ilex chevalieri, Ilex chinensis, Ilex chiriquensis, Ilex ciliolata, Ilex clementis, Ilex clethriflora, Ilex cognata, Ilex colchica, Ilex condorensis, Ilex congesta, Ilex cookii,

References